Experience an active warehouse where every day is different! Volunteers support with day-to-day operations by processing food donations, palletizing orders, light cleaning, and so much more!
We are looking for Warehouse Support volunteers to help with a wide variety of tasks that focus on processing donations, palletizing orders, and light cleaning. This is a dynamic role that can change to meet our daily operational needs.
Location: 8345 Winston Street, Burnaby
Responsibilities:
- Quality check and sort perishable (fresh) and non-perishable (dry) donations;
- Pack sorted donations into boxes;
- Palletizing orders for deliveries;
- Recycle packaging and composting spoiled food;
- Follow composting procedures for organic and ReFeed bins;
- Organize and repackage sleeves of diapers for orders;
- Dust the racking and clean (sweep and mop) the floor to ensure functional areas are clean;
- Understanding and following safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment;
- Assist with other warehouse-related duties as assigned by Sort Associates.
Required Skills, Abilities, and Experience:
- Ability to work in a noisy environment, active machinery will be present during the shift;
- Attention to detail is required for identifying expired or spoiled items;
- Ability to work well with others and communicate effectively within a team environment;
- Flexibility to support where needed in a dynamic environment;
- Efficiency in completing tasks and meeting deadlines to keep operations running smoothly.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for three hours;
- Ability to bend, twist, and lift up to 30 lbs safely;
- Contact volunteer@foodbank.bc.ca to discuss accommodations.
Age Requirement: Volunteers must be at least 15 years old
Shift times: Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
